I'm sorta back

Hey all~    I'm sorta back on the boards. I was on this thing every day and then the stuff hit the fan. I've been dealing with a sick baby. We had to put C in the hospital last thur. due to dehydration. He had some viral stuff (which is terrible to hear "just viral, will have to run it's course, blah, blah, blah"). He had blisterlike sores in his mouth, a horrible rash all over, wouldn't eat or drink, and a fever for at least 3 days. We were finally released Sat and he is back to being his busy mischevious little self. Still not eating or drinking back up to his usual but he's always been a little eating machine. Like I said, I wasn't happy with hearing it's just viral, but the care we got at the new St.Francis pediatric hospital was phenomenal. The staff was so kind. It really was a much needed addition to Tulsa's medical world. I had to cancel my trip back to Indiana to see my niece graduate, and I don't think the airline is going to do much for me. I'll get the price of the ticket in credit, have to pay a 150 rescheduling fee, and the difference in ticket price. I'm going to talk to them when I rebook and plead my case again. I could have taken my kid on the plane and infected everybody with who knows what he had. LUCKYGIRL, thanks for your message, you spurred me to finally get on here and talk again. I guess I'm just kind of in a slump. Back to taking care of everyone but me. My hair is falling out and I"ve not even had wls! lol ALL YOU NEWBIES, welcome and this is a great group of folks. I'm so proud of all of you for making the decision to take your health/life back! KAT, I did read where you are having issues with the psyche and dr.'s office. I am going to call Weight Wise this week to maybe get a ball rolling with my wls. Wanna go with me?  Finally, I have started to try to wean myself (doctor supervised)off of my antidepressants(started them a year ago after my son was born, postpartum sucks). Halving my dose for a month, then none at all. He also wants me taking a sleeping pill every night (or at least half of one). I am still tired. What a time to do it eh? I know I've been a little crankier, and stressed but I really think it's just life stuff now. Nothing more than the average joe would deal with. I want to say without sounding full of myself, that I am way proud of myself for the way I handled C being sick. I didnt have a total meltdown, stayed by myself with him Thu night, and keep on keepin on. A year ago, this would have sent me into a major tailspin. God truly is good and this too shall pass. Now is just when I might need him carrying me a little more often.  Okay, I suppose I've yadda, yadda'd enough for now. Just thought I would drop you all a line and let you know what was up in my world.  Hugs~joni

Hey Joni- I'm a newbie. My name is Liz. It's nice to meet you on here. And you're right, everyone here is amazing. I just wanted to let you know I'll be praying for you with all of the life things you're dealing with right now. I know it's not easy having a little one that's sick! My heart definitely goes out to you. I've been in your shoes more than once!!! God will definitely carry you through. You just hang in there...He's got this! Liz

Thanks Liz. "He's got this" That's important to remember. I've definately struggled with that sentence more than once. It's not that I don't trust in Him, it's just I'm one of those terrible people that tries to fix everything and everyone. Trying to save the world. lol I just have to surrender it all and go to the One "that's got this". Thanks again for the kind words. A big congrats on your very near surgery!!! Who is your doc? Do you have family, friends, hubby that is a good support network? Either way, you've got one with us. Hugs~joni

Hey there! Dr. Broussard is doing my surgery. I do have tons of support. My family and my friends are absolutely AMAZING and I have SO many people on here that I just love! Again, just remember to hang in there and let God take control. I have a really difficult time letting go and letting God take the reins. Also know that you've got a sister here that you can call on at anytime if you need some words of encouragement or just someone to listen, k??? HUGS! Liz

((((((Joni)))))  Big hugs to ya!  It is horrible when you little one is sick.  It would be so much easier to be sick yourself.  Glad the little guy is on the mend.  He will be back to being an eating machine in short order. Hang in there!  And, don't forget we are always here to talk to. Denise

Bless your heart. You've been a great mom to your little on. Oh, how I remember the days when our children were little and how hard it was when they would get sick ... there's nothing that concerns you more. I'm so happy he's all better now!

I'll be keeping your family in my prayers and hoping all goes well with your antidepressant discontinuation. I hope you have a wonderful week and get plenty of rest. 

Hey lady, sorry you missed your neices graduation, sorry C was so sick, sorry about....... Hell SORRY.  I was glad to see your post.  Things will start working out, just wait and see. If you need something, let me know. Karen

Joni,  I am sorry you didnt get to make your trip I know you were looking forward to it. Really sorry little man was sick, but glad he is getting better. I am so proud of you for handling that stressful situation so well! Your going to be just fine! Life is going to be tough at times but you just got to beleive you can handle it. Besides you have us to help when you need someone to lean on. Call me if you need to talk or just need to get out of the house. We can go swimming if Mr. C is up to it.

~Sherrie~